Skin of my palms are turning grey and I am having darkness around my mouth and in my neck. - #2107

Sounds like you’re dealing with quite a bit — sorry to hear that. Let’s dive into what might be going on from an Ayurvedic perspective. The symptoms you’re describing, like hair fall, greyish palms, and pigmentation around your mouth and neck, might be owing to an imbalance in your doshas, likely Kapha and Pitta. That greyish tint and keratin deposits you’re experiencing may signal a deeper issue too, like disturbed agni or digestive fire.

First off, let’s talk diet. Try sticking to warm, freshly cooked foods to bolster your agni. Avoid cold, raw, and overly processed stuff as much as you can. They can irritate your digestion, making symptoms worse. Increase intake of bitter and astringent foods, like leafy greens, berries, and spices like turmeric and cumin. These help in detoxifying your system, balancing excess Pitta and Kapha.

Hydration is super important too, but steer clear of ice-cold drinks; go with room temp or warm fluids. Sipping on herbal teas like ginger or licorice can be quite soothing.

For external application, you might try gentle massages using herbal oils like sesame or coconut; both can nourish the skin and scalp, also helping in reducing pigmentation. A paste of turmeric and besan (chickpea flour) applied on affected areas s gonna be helpful as well — just leave it on for 15 minutes then rinse off.

Incorporate yoga and pranayama into your routine if you haven’t already. They can effectively balance your doshas by promoting circulation and reducing stress, which could be contributing to the hair fall. Practices like Surya Namaskar or Kapalbhati are beneficial.

But hey, I must say, if these symptoms persist or worsen, you might need to see a doctor or specialist soon as they might rule out any underlying conditions that could be serious. Ayurveda can greatly support but shouldn’t replace necessary medical interventions where needed.